The Best Bourbon Chicken Recipe
Are you ready to invigorate your kitchen with a recipe that dances between flavors and delivers a meal that’s downright irresistible? Meet the Bourbon Chicken – not just any chicken dish, but an explosion of tantalizing flavors that captures the essence of a home-cooked masterpiece. Each piece of chicken is a succulent morsel marinated to perfection, bathed in a sauce that’s nothing short of extraordinary. Picture the savory chicken, flawlessly cooked until it’s tender and juicy, then glazed with the reduced marinade that transforms into a luscious sauce – a symphony of flavors that’ll dance on your palate. Paired with fluffy rice and garnished with bright chives, this Bourbon Chicken takes everyday ingredients and turns them into something exceptional.
Bourbon – The whiskey adds a unique depth of flavor to the dish. For a non-alcoholic version, you can substitute it with apple juice or apple cider for a sweet and tangy twist. Soy Sauce – Gives the marinade a salty and umami flavor. Choose the low-sodium variety to control the saltiness of the dish. Tamari can be used as a gluten-free alternative. Water – Helps to balance the flavors of the marinade and add moisture. Garlic – Adds loads of flavor to this garlic-packed dish. Always use freshly minced cloves for the most intense taste. Brown Sugar – Adds sweetness to the chicken and also helps the marinade to caramelize into a sauce. Fresh Ginger – Adds a touch of zing and a hint of warmth to the dish. If you don’t have fresh ginger on hand, you can use powdered ginger as a substitute. Red Wine – The acid in the wine enhances the overall depth of the marinade. You can substitute it with cranberry juice or grape juice if you need an alcohol-free option. Sesame Oil – A touch of toasted sesame oil adds an addictively good hint of nutty sesame flavor.
Chicken Thighs – You need some boneless and skinless chicken thighs. However, if you prefer white meat, boneless skinless chicken breasts can be used instead. Olive Oil – Used to cook the chicken. I like to use extra-virgin olive oil for the most flavor. Vegetable oil is another choice. Fresh Chives – Chopped chives give the dish a pop of vibrant green color and a slightly onion-like flavor to finish.
This recipe is super easy! The marinade is quick to whisk together, the cooking time is short, and the results are incredibly delicious! Even if you’re a beginner in the kitchen, you’ll find yourself feeling like a seasoned chef with this tasty chicken dish! To kick off this cajun recipe you need to make the marinade and then infuse the chicken with flavor. First, whisk all the marinade ingredients together in a medium bowl. Then add the pieces of chicken and toss them around in the marinade until they are fully coated. Now, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and put the chicken in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to overnight. The longer the chicken stays in the marinade the more flavorful the dish will be! After you’ve given your chicken enough time to soak up some flavor, it’s time to get cooking! To begin, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium to high heat. Then add the pieces of chicken to the skillet and cook them for about 5 minutes or until the meat is no longer pink. Now, pour half of the marinade over the chicken in the skillet. Then continue cooking the mixture for an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until the marinade becomes thicker and turns into a sauce. If you’d like some extra sticky bourbon sauce for drizzling, then don’t toss out the other half of the marinade! Put it in a small saucepan and then simmer it over medium heat for about 5 to 10 minutes until it reduces by half and thickens up. Once your bourbon chicken is ready, dish it over some steamed rice. Then garnish it with fresh chopped chives and enjoy.
Storage
Storing your Bourbon Chicken is a simple process. First, make sure the dish has completely cooled, then transfer it to an airtight container or portion it into several containers for individual servings. Once properly sealed, you can store the dish in the refrigerator where it will stay fresh for up to 3-4 days. If you wish to freeze the Bourbon Chicken for longer storage, follow the same process but place your airtight containers in the freezer instead for up to 3 months.
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